Candice Coppola
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Should You Work For Yourself Or Work For A Wedding Planner? The Surprising Truth.
I'm asked this question all the time: I want to become a wedding planner, but do I work for another wedding planner first or start my own business? I thought I'd take some time today and answer this question for you - weighing the pros and cons of each and revealing a surprising truth that most people don't talk about. I can't wait to hear what you think!
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// VIDEO CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction
01:16 Addressing The Elephant In The Video
02:25 Should You Work For Yourself Or Work For A Wedding Planner First?
02:56 Pros Of Working With Wedding Planners
03:51 The Truth About Working With Wedding Planners
05:06 Do You REALLY Need Experience To Start Your Own Business?
06:46 Making The Decision
09:12 Starting Your Own Business Instead
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  • @itssashaax7457
    @itssashaax7457 4 дні тому

    your hair suits you so well😍😍

  • @janefarrer2868
    @janefarrer2868 5 днів тому

    ❤is there a printable list of Month of Coordinator duties? We desperately need one... Thank you ❤😊🎉

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 4 дні тому

      I have an entire training on this topic! shop.candicecoppola.com/month-of-coordination-playbook

  • @jasminemoore7251
    @jasminemoore7251 12 днів тому

    jasmine haarri moore

  • @IsanaSingh-r9m
    @IsanaSingh-r9m 14 днів тому

    I love the reframe about how to network and build relationships with peers, vendors, and venues! I'm challenged by what it practically looks like to add value for them as someone just starting out with limited existing networks. Could you offer an example or two about what this might look like? Really appreciate it!

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 13 днів тому

      This is an awesome question! I'm going to add this to the line up and get you some ideas! I know its tough when you feel like you don't have much to offer but trust me, you do.

    • @IsanaSingh-r9m
      @IsanaSingh-r9m 13 днів тому

      ​@@candice.coppola It definitely does feel that way -- thank you for taking the time to think through it and for sharing more!

  • @jasminemoore7251
    @jasminemoore7251 15 днів тому

    jasmine harris moore

  • @jasminemoore7251
    @jasminemoore7251 15 днів тому

    jasmine harris moore

  • @jasminemoore7251
    @jasminemoore7251 19 днів тому

    jasmine harris moore

  • @jasminemoore7251
    @jasminemoore7251 19 днів тому

    jasmine harris moore

  • @jasminemoore7251
    @jasminemoore7251 20 днів тому

    jasmine harris moore

  • @pushpabhau7689
    @pushpabhau7689 23 дні тому

    Target Audience: Foreigner People Actual Audience: Indian People btw nice content 😍

  • @cheyennelong8278
    @cheyennelong8278 Місяць тому

    Thank you for this video and for doing what you do! I'm obsessed! My question is for the legal side of the card. Do you wait to file as a sole proprietor/LLC or file right away? Also, taxes, and what paperwork do we fill out, etc?

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola Місяць тому

      I'm so happy to help Cheyenne! Thanks so much for watching and for asking me questions. This is a great question and I am definitely going to teach you this inside The Wedding Planner Business Blueprint. I would set up an LLC straight away to protect your business and be legally legit. It's very simple and easy to do (I have an online service I can recommend if you want to email me) and once it's set up, you're good to go. For taxes, you'll want to keep good financial records of your expenses and the money you make. For your first year, you can probably use the same accountant who does your taxes currently. As your business grows, you may want to look into more comprehensive tax services. If you're in the US, something like H&R Block should be OK for your first year or two! :) I hope that helps and don't forget to sign up for the waitlist for WPBB!! XOXO

    • @cheyennelong8278
      @cheyennelong8278 Місяць тому

      @candice.coppola thanks for your response girl! You're so informative and you go into depth to help me see and understand questions I didn't even know I had so it's a great pleasure to listen! I plan on checking out this blueprints for sure! I've been doing my own taxes for years now plus I own my other business as well but taxes have been the biggest hurdle for me. I have a business checking account to help keep track.

  • @CordandCourts
    @CordandCourts Місяць тому

    Thanks for sharing this! Yes Candice, please talk about Partial Planning and why you can't stand it. We just scratched this service from our list of wedding planning services. So, yes please share your thoughts. I would love to hear it!!!!! :)

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola Місяць тому

      Happy to hear you’re re thinking this service! I’m on it for an upcoming video. Glad you want to hear my thoughts on it!! ❤❤❤❤

    • @CordandCourts
      @CordandCourts Місяць тому

      @@candice.coppola Perfect! I can't wait! ❤

  • @tonzyjc
    @tonzyjc 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for the advice ✨️

  • @marytindle3616
    @marytindle3616 2 місяці тому

    During my first year in biz, I did so many of these I already don't like them anymore, lol. The diy brides are insane! I have had the whole family there on the day-of crafting on the spot, then blame me if they run out of time to decorate because I did not show up the morning before to help do the diy crafts the whole day before.

  • @mumbaitiger
    @mumbaitiger 2 місяці тому

    Awesome

  • @isabelcarvalho5842
    @isabelcarvalho5842 2 місяці тому

    What TOOL do you use on the day of the wedding as a TIMER?

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 2 місяці тому

      Hey Isabel! What is the timer being used for exactly? Payroll? The actually wedding day timeline? Elaborate for me! 🥰

  • @candice.coppola
    @candice.coppola 2 місяці тому

    Let me know if you have any questions about how I spend my time! ;)

  • @Jess_SayYes18
    @Jess_SayYes18 3 місяці тому

    Yes, video on how not giving up the keys!! 🔐

  • @eunicehirthe
    @eunicehirthe 3 місяці тому

    "Promo sm" 😈

  • @xtinaordonez
    @xtinaordonez 3 місяці тому

    I am changing my career to graphic designer to wedding planner, I´m from Los Cabos, México and so excited to practice my english and put the work with all your advices Candice, thank you so much for all this information

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 2 місяці тому

      Wow, congrats on the career change!! That’s so exciting. Los Cabos is such a hot spot for weddings. Thanks for being here! I’m so excited to help you grow your planning biz!!

  • @BetelhemGmaryam-qp8oi
    @BetelhemGmaryam-qp8oi 3 місяці тому

    Hello candice I was trying to download the business plan but it is not working please it is very important for me🙏🙏

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 3 місяці тому

      I tested it and it’s working. Make sure you’re downloading it at candicecoppola.com/bizplan and doublecheck there are no typos in your email! ❤️

  • @Gina_Nichole
    @Gina_Nichole 3 місяці тому

    What's the planners playback

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 3 місяці тому

      Hey there! The Planners Playbook is my educational community for wedding planners. You can learn more about it here: plannersplaybook.com ❤️❤️😭

  • @SarahGuzman-kv6kd
    @SarahGuzman-kv6kd 4 місяці тому

    give a part two on this

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 3 місяці тому

      It’s coming soon! ❤️❤️ Are there any other videos you’d like to see?

  • @gyadabouting
    @gyadabouting 4 місяці тому

    I love that you addressed this, Candice. Most people give advice on how and what you need to start your business. It’s rare to find someone who tells you how to actually get clients for that business. I’m a luxury stationery designer and after working in a full time job for the past 5 years and then taking a year off, I’m now back to doing what I love but felt so out of touch in the industry I needed some quick reminders. Your video has reminded me of what it takes to get back in the game fast!

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 3 місяці тому

      This makes me so happy! Thank you for taking the time to share and for being here. I’m glad this video was helpful!! If you’re into podcasts I recommend checking mine out - I talk a lot about more advanced business strategy over there!!! Https://podcast.candicecoppola.com

  • @Jess_SayYes18
    @Jess_SayYes18 4 місяці тому

    Yes please share more!!!

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 3 місяці тому

      I got you! Anything else you’d like me to make a video on?

  • @brandonbotello5835
    @brandonbotello5835 4 місяці тому

    Im a wedding photographer and most if not all of this applies. Great advice! Some of these points are obvious but sometimes you need to hear them in a specific way to make it click!

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 4 місяці тому

      So glad you could take something away from this video Brandon! ❤️ I appreciate you leaving a comment and sharing. Thanks so much!!!

  • @FLOODOFSINS
    @FLOODOFSINS 4 місяці тому

    What's even funnier is someone who grows up to be an adult just to become a UA-camr😂. No sit back down little girl😂

    • @MrsFitzus
      @MrsFitzus 4 місяці тому

      I think judgmental keyboard warriors are much worse.

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 4 місяці тому

      Thanks for leaving a comment and helping my video get seen ✌🏼🙃

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 4 місяці тому

      They sure are!!! Lol

  • @KouzyFox
    @KouzyFox 4 місяці тому

    As prior project manager babysitting adults should just be the job description

  • @user-fq2qm2es9k
    @user-fq2qm2es9k 5 місяців тому

    Great video Candice!

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 5 місяців тому

      Thanks buddy!!!! I appreciate you watching ❤️

  • @shandramch
    @shandramch 5 місяців тому

    That blazer is 😍🔥

  • @michellemikesell9828
    @michellemikesell9828 5 місяців тому

    I really appreciate your videos! I can’t wait to watch them all. I’m in the baby stages of becoming a wedding planner. Your videos encourage me and give me so much insight. Keep it up!! ❤🎉 If I may ask, was there a large start-up cost? How long did it take you to start making the salary you really wanted?

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 5 місяців тому

      Wow, thanks for encouraging ME Michelle!!!!! I have a blog coming on startup costs, but what I love about this work is those costs are small chunks spent over time. It’s not like you need a loan to purchase products or inventory. Expect t to spend $500 on a few things to get started, and maybe $2,000 overall over a series of a few months. That’ll cover education, your contract, business registration, a website, some templates and software, and yeah! That’s if! 😘😘😘

  • @Jess_SayYes18
    @Jess_SayYes18 5 місяців тому

    All great points.

  • @Stacylaria
    @Stacylaria 6 місяців тому

    Thank you so much Candice! I’ve definitely gained more experience , I’m consistently providing high quality service and I’m in high demand.

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 6 місяців тому

      You’re doing so amazing lady!! I’m proud of you!

    • @Stacylaria
      @Stacylaria 6 місяців тому

      Thank you 🙏🏽

  • @bellaos1953
    @bellaos1953 6 місяців тому

    Do you have a course of interpersonal skillset?

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 6 місяців тому

      I don’t - but how about a future video on it? 😉

  • @naytzapatoroman4378
    @naytzapatoroman4378 6 місяців тому

    Thanks for all the info. Still trying to start the business...LOL

  • @sushmakc8780
    @sushmakc8780 6 місяців тому

    Hello, I am from India. I am interested in changing my career and more passionate about wedding planner

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 6 місяців тому

      That’s awesome! And that’s what my channel will help you do. Thanks for being here!

  • @laurentferryphotographyparis
    @laurentferryphotographyparis 7 місяців тому

    thanks for your sharing

  • @candice.coppola
    @candice.coppola 7 місяців тому

    🎄😍

  • @candice.coppola
    @candice.coppola 7 місяців тому

    🎄🎄🎄

  • @sandraisaak3802
    @sandraisaak3802 7 місяців тому

    Well this old girl went home. My tree has not gone up in 15 or more years and it wont go up this year. Nothing but trouble.

  • @susieries3947
    @susieries3947 7 місяців тому

    That’s the most minimalist decor - no rug pale paint nothing in the walls - what are you saying ?

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 7 місяців тому

      What’s your house look like Susie? Lol

  • @raju.6406
    @raju.6406 7 місяців тому

    Eco friendly festival

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 7 місяців тому

      We love over consumption

    • @raju.6406
      @raju.6406 7 місяців тому

      @@candice.coppola love🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @Serena-or7sl
      @Serena-or7sl 7 місяців тому

      ​@@candice.coppola luckily you're old enough you won't suffer the consequences of it.

  • @charlieehstephenson4893
    @charlieehstephenson4893 7 місяців тому

    Balsam hill do the most gorgeous trees it’s where I send anyone who wants to buy a tree

  • @libertyflores5547
    @libertyflores5547 8 місяців тому

    Yes please, how to keep the keys

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 6 місяців тому

      Hey there- not sure I understand your comment in context of the video. Mind clarifying? 😉

  • @georgiahouse6792
    @georgiahouse6792 8 місяців тому

    I’d love to see a video about how and what to upsell to clients

  • @amitalianrider
    @amitalianrider 9 місяців тому

    I don't understand why you have so little interaction with your videos because you provide so much value to all WPs. Keep up the good work. PS: a design and copywriting video would be great by the way!

    • @candice.coppola
      @candice.coppola 8 місяців тому

      Thanks so much for the encouragement and suggestions! Definitely will put something together for you!

  • @manifestrubies
    @manifestrubies 9 місяців тому

    Thank you , your videos are amazing can’t wait to see you blow up and get the views these videos deserve!

  • @manifestrubies
    @manifestrubies 9 місяців тому

    Thank you love 🙌🏼

  • @Divy91311
    @Divy91311 10 місяців тому

    Hey Candice , really nice video! I was wondering if I could help you edit your videos and also make a highly engaging Thumbnail which will help your video to reach to a wider audience .

  • @robindini
    @robindini 10 місяців тому

    Do you have a video that shows how the client views and uses the brochure?